David Bowen

Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of Baseball Legend Hank Aaron

“2021 Starts with the Loss of Legends Rooted in our Community.”

Rep. Bowen to Host Virtual Legislative Briefing on Juvenile Life Without Parole

Will be Joined by a Diverse Group of Local and National Stakeholders

Rep. Bowen Statement on Inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris

“I Am Overjoyed at the Hope and Promise that Today’s Inauguration Brings”

Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of His Uncle Albert Lynch

“My Uncle Loved This Community & His Family, and He Was Well-Loved in Return”

Tosa Mayor Named As ‘Target’ By Police

Such action will 'drive a wedge" between police and people they serve, McBride warns.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Trump-Fuelled Uprising in Washington, DC

“This is Rebellion, This is Treason, This is Terrorism, and It Cannot Stand”

Rep. Bowen Statement on Lack of Charges in Jacob Blake Shooting

“If What We Saw Was Legal, It’s Time to Change the Laws”

Gwen Moore Positive for COVID-19

The congresswoman is a cancer survivor and recently contracted the virus.

COVID-19 Survivors Reflect on 2020

Many this year have 'confronted the reality of death' and faced unexpected challenges.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Federal Coronavirus Stimulus Package

“After a Nine Month Delay, America Got Short-Changed.”

Mensah Settlement Leaves Lawyers, Officials Squabbling

Attorneys arguing with city; police chief at odds with Common Council.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Joseph Mensah Resignation from Wauwatosa Police Department

“This is Proof of the Power of Peaceful Protest and the People; But Work Remains”

Stop the Steal Protest at Central Vote Site

Rep. Bowen calls out President Trump.

Elected Officials Across the State Join Call for Peaceful and Fair Vote Count

Rep. Bowen Statement on Continued Republican Inaction on Criminal Justice Reform

“It’s Time to Create Lasting Change”

Virtual On the Table MKE 2020 examined theme of ‘Healing Justice’

Greater Milwaukee Foundation now accepting applications for ‘Ideas to Action’ funding

‘Does My Vote Matter?’

Mixed emotions as city’s minority and low-income voters head to the polls.

COVID-19 Survivors Talk About Recovery

It takes time. And family and friends can help.

Tosa Police Arrest Cole Family At Protest

Tracy Cole, Alvin Cole's mother, was sent to the hospital for injuries from her arrest.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Joseph Mensah Charging Decision

“I Am Not Surprised by This Miscarriage of Justice”

Rep. Bowen Sends Letter in Support of Kentucky Assemblywoman Attica Scott

Trump At Issue in State Assembly Races

“Everything is nationalized” and could drive turnout, votes in legislative races.

Tosa Police Union Head Assails Police Critics

Union leaders wants Tosa's social justice committee disbanded.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Wauwatosa Peace Officers’ Association Attempts to Undermine Wauwatosa Ad Hoc Committee

GOP Legislators Skip Special Session on Police

Evers called on lawmakers to consider reforms. Session quickly ended with no debate or votes.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Vigilante Murders in Kenosha

Rep. Bowen Statement on Shooting of Jacob Blake

“I Am Tired of Talk”

Rep. Brostoff Statement on Rep. Bowen’s Integrity

Tosa Police Issue Gets More Heated

Other suburb’s police massing against protesters. Sensenbrenner, police chief, talk radio condemn protests.

This Weekend’s Protests Against Police Brutality, Racial Injustice

This weekend there is a mural unveiling and a bike ride to celebrate Black lives.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of His Last Living Grandparent

“All Glory be to God for her life and endurance to run this race for 91 years!”

Bowen Says Officer Mensah Fired The Gun

Rep. Bowen disputes police account, says Mensah, not protestors, fired gun at officer's house.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Weekend Incident in Wauwatosa

“The Victim Narrative… is Totally Inaccurate, Irresponsible and False.”

Last Call for Virtual Q+A With Rep. Bowen

Jeramey Jannene interviews state legislator and you can ask questions, too. Free tickets for members!

Can Police Be Defunded?

Milwaukee spends 125 times more on cops than violence prevention. Chief Morales fights call to change funding priorities.

Virtual Q+A With State Rep. David Bowen

Hear Bowen discuss his time in the legislature, and his involvement in protests against racial injustice.

Union Workers Join Protest of Systemic Racism

Three events Monday in Milwaukee, Madison organized by coalition of unions and racial justice groups.

Wisconsin Conservation Voters endorses its second wave of candidates

Marches, Celebrations, Calls For Justice

Independence Day doesn't distract marchers.

Black Lives Matter Protesters March in Lake Geneva

Families Honor Men Killed by Tosa Officer

On the anniversary of Jay Anderson, Jr.'s killing, a rally was held in Madison Park.

Register of Deeds Israel Ramón Announces Early List of Endorsements

Elected officials from across Milwaukee County, state, support Ramón

Evers Introduces Police Reform Legislation

Bills banning police use of chokeholds, no-knock warrants part of legislative package.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Governor Evers’ Justice Reform Proposals

“Passing These Bills Would Be an Important First Step towards Real Reform”

Juneteenth Day Flag Flys Over the Capitol

March Heads West on Vliet

Reps. Bowen and Brostoff Joint Statement on Incident at Speedway Gas Station in Menomonee Falls

“Incidents Like Last Night’s Are Exactly Why We’re Still Marching Today”

Council Calls For ‘I Can’t Breathe’ Policy

Measure would require interventions when anyone in custody says they're having trouble breathing.

Peaceful March Sees Signs of Solidarity

As march traverses city's west side and Wauwatosa it's met with support.

Rep. David Bowen Leading a Chant

Portrait of a Spitting Shorewood Attorney

Stephanie Rapkin can handle all kinds of trusts, and claims an affiliation with UWM and Marquette.

Rep. David Bowen Joins the March

Rep. Bowen Statement on Stephanie Rapkin Charges

“Should We Believe That We Didn’t See What We Clearly Saw?”

County Announces Housing Assistance Program

Using CARES Act funds and a partnership with the courts, Milwaukee County will help prevent evictions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Marchers Show Up Despite The Rain

Tropical storm doesn't stop three marches across the city, one with only cars.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Weekend Spitting Incident in Shorewood

“Shorewood Spitter” Taken To Jail After Second Incident

Attorney Stephanie Rapkin is accused of spitting on teenager, shoving college student and kneeing police officer in groin.

272 Candidates Running for State Legislature

Highest number since 2012, many contested primaries.

Thousands March While Attorney In Custody For Spitting In Protester’s Face

Giannis and other Bucks players show up at one of seven marches.

Elected Officials Join the Protest

Could Floyd’s Killing Lead to State Reform?

Evers calls for long-delayed bill on deadly use of force by police to be taken up by Legislature.

Peaceful March Ends at 3 a.m. Near Capitol Dr.

March goes over 15 miles, including through Whitefish Bay, Shorewood and Glendale, before ending back in Milwaukee.

Pastors Lead Peaceful Protest, But Second March Draws Police in Riot Gear

A tale of two marches, one with songs of unity, another with a standoff between marchers and dozens of police officers.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of Civil Rights Attorney Jonathan Safran

“A Giant Fighter for Justice in Milwaukee”

Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of Foster Care Activist Dosha Joi

“DJay Was a Tireless Advocate, and the Light of This Young Leader Will Be Sorely Missed”

Legislative Black Caucus Addresses Pandemic

State’s black communities lack healthcare, economic relief and accurate information.

“This Virus Doesn’t Care”: Rep. Bowen Statement on Protest at the Capitol

“This Virus Doesn't Care”: Rep. Bowen Statement on Protest at the Capitol

What It’s Like to Have COVID-19

Three Milwaukeeans talk about their experience with the disease.

Pandemic Suppresses the Black Vote

Biggest impact of poll closures, long lines, on Milwaukee’s African American community.

After Recovering from COVID-19, Rep. Bowen Worked to Assist Voters with Coronavirus

Rep. Bowen Served As Witness for Voters with Virus, Also Dropped Off Absentee Ballots

Judge Mosley Hospitalized With COVID-19

Derek Mosely improving after 8 days in ICU. "The most frightening experience of my life."

David Bowen, Gwen Moore Talk COVID-19 From Quarantine

Two black political leaders share their story and why social distancing is key.

Rep. Bowen Tests Positive for COVID-19

Urges Constituents to Take Precautions, Stay at Home to Minimize Spread

Legislators Take No Action on Pandemic

Some states passing laws, funding, Vos and Fitzgerald say "no need" for Wisconsin Legislature to meet.

Molson Coors Shooting Restarts Gun Debate

Democrat legislators speak up about gun safety reforms.

Controversial “Tougher on Crime” Bills Pass

Two parties split over the future of criminal justice. Democrats assail GOP for "fear mongering" legislation.

Rep. Bowen’s Statement on Gov. Evers’ 2020 State of the State Address

Wisconsinites want the Legislature to work together for them over political divisions.

Milwaukee Legislators Target Racial Inequality

'Disrupting Disparities’ proposals by African American lawmakers include criminal justice reforms.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Black History Month Resolution

Rep. Bowen Introduces New Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Employer Flexibility in Hiring Practices

Bill Would Limit Liability for Employers Who Opt to Not Drug Test for THC and Other Cannabinoids

More People Using Pot as Medicine

But state laws and research not yet on their side.

Evers Calls Special Session on Guns

Governor says only Vos and Fitzgerald prevent common sense gun reforms.

State Rep. David Bowen Endorses Jason Fields for Comptroller

Milwaukee representative says Fields is effective, best for the city

Assembly Resolutions 12 and 13 Answer the Question: “How Low will Republicans Go?”

Republicans Pair Disability Accommodations with Yet Another Power Grab

Elected officials rally behind Rebecca Kiefer in race to be Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge

“I am grateful to State Representatives Bowen and Zamarripa, and the other elected officials who have endorsed my campaign thus far.”

Nicholson Calls for Repeal of Federal Crime Bill, More Investment in Public Education

"There is a growing consensus that past efforts supposedly aimed at reducing violent crime in this country were really about the continued repression and subjugation of black and brown bodies."

Rep. Bowen Statement on Recent Acts of White Supremacist Terrorism

It Is Time We Take Concrete Steps to Protect Wisconsinites from Domestic Terrorism

Milwaukee’s Newest Power Family

That would be developer Kalan Hayward, Sr. and young legislator Kalan Hayward II.

A $1 Million Fund To Support Northwest Side Startups

State contributes $500,000 match to Northwest Side CDC loan fund targeted at early stage companies.

Rep. Bowen Statement on Gov. Evers’ Signing of Biennial Budget

Bowen Glad Governor Evers Using Democratic Veto Power to Make a Bad Budget Work Better for Wisconsin

Rep. Bowen Statement on Passage of Watered-Down Republican Budget

Bowen Disappointed by Numerous Missed Bi-Partisanship in Republican Version of Budget

Rep. Bowen Statement on Republican Comments during JFC Session

“Every single child across our state is worth taking care of.”

Democrats Celebrate at State Convention

Evers, Baldwin speak on how to win: don’t “get down into the mud with Republicans.”

Wikler Is New Democratic Party Chair

MoveOn leader Ben Wikler defeats David Bowen, will replace Martha Laning.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Welcomes New Leadership Team

Ben Wikler elected Chair of Party by delegates, Felesia Martin and Lee Snodgrass 1st Vice Chair and 2nd Vice Chair

Oh, Those Dreaded Plastic Bags

Council debates what to do with bags that clog up recycling process.

A New Generation of Political Leaders

GenXers and Millennials are replacing Baby Boomers in political office.

Republican Refusal to Expand Medicaid in WI Makes Bad Dollars & Sense

Wisconsinites Want Expansion & Their Federal Money Now

Medical Marijuana Would Provide an Economic Boost to Wisconsin

Legalization is What Wisconsinites Want

Black Restaurant Week Happening Now in Milwaukee

Highlights Minority-Owned Businesses

Contribution to Vincent Toney of $40

Contribution to Vincent Toney of $40

Contribution to Johnny Thomas of $75

Contribution to Meagan Holman of $50

Contribution to Khalif Rainey of $50

Contribution to Milele A. Coggs of $50

Contribution to Ashanti Hamilton of $10

Contribution to Russell W. Stamper, II of $10

Contribution to Milele A. Coggs of $10

Contribution to David Crowley of $100